A key web address used for Telegram short links has been suspended, leaving millions of links inaccessible. The t.me domain is now under a Server Hold, blocking all resolution. The reason for the suspension remains unclear.
The domain t.me, which serves as the backbone for Telegram’s short links, has been suspended and placed in a Server Hold status. This action, enforced by the .me registry, means the domain no longer resolves, effectively disabling all t.me links used for user profiles, channels, and group invitations within the Telegram app.
The .me domain is Montenegro’s country code top-level domain, but it has gained global popularity due to its generic appeal. While Identity Digital manages the backend registry, the business operations for .me are overseen by a Montenegro-based organization. Telegram adopted t.me as its official shortlink domain through a partnership with the .me registry, making it a critical part of the platform’s user experience.
With the Server Hold in place, any attempt to access t.me links results in failure, disrupting how users share and discover Telegram content. The registry’s decision to suspend the domain has not been publicly explained, and there is no official word yet on what triggered the action or when service might be restored.
